Minutes June 17, 2015

October 21, 2015
Encl. 3.1

MINUTES

CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Chappaqua, New York

(click here for a printable copy of the official signed minutes)

 

Date:

June 17, 2015

 

Time:

7:30 p.m.

 

Place:

Ed. Center

 

Present:

Board of Education
Karen Visser, President
Alyson Gardner, Vice President
Victoria Tipp
Warren Messner
Jeffrey Mester

 

Staff Members
Present:

Dr. Lyn McKay, Superintendent

Mr. Eric Byrne, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

Mr. John Chow, Assistant Superintendent for Business

Mr. Andrew Selesnick, Assistant Superintendent for Leadership Dev. & HR

Theresa Markley, District Clerk / Adm. Asst. to Superintendent

 

Visitors Present:

Representatives of the Chappaqua PTA, school PTAs, building administrators, faculty, and other interested citizens.

 

President Visser called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Victoria Tipp moved to enter into Executive Session to discuss employment history of particular persons and proposed sale of property. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously. At 7:00p.m. Warren Messner moved to adjourn Executive Session and reconvene public meeting after a break to celebrate the retirees. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

7:00 p.m.
Board members joined the community in celebration with our retirees and families for some refreshments prior to reconvening the public session.

At 7:37 the meeting Victoria Tipp moved to reconvene the public session. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice President Alyson Gardner.

President Visser welcomed everyone and announced this is the last board meeting of the year. Don Dupont, music teacher at Roaring Brook accompanied four of his string students in a musical montage of songs in honor of our retirees.

Presentation:

Ave Atque Vale - Hail and Farewell!

Dr. McKay noted that there were so many years of expertise in the room and so many people that we are going to miss. She introduced each one of the administrators who introduced each of the retirees present and shared some of their many accomplishments and passion for the work of providing the best for the children of the district. Dr. McKay and President Visser were extremely kind in their remarks on the 20 years of service of yours truly as assistant and district clerk. President Visser exhorted the retirees to, "Take pleasure in the finer things that are awaiting you!" PTA President Amanda Goodstadt addressed the community and noted that the PTA was honoring the retirees with a gift to the Tom Cardellichio Scholarship Fund, established to provide needed help scholarships. Special honorees were Andrew Selesnick who is moving to the superintendency in Katonah-Lewisboro and Seven Bridges Interim Principal Mike Kirsch. Mike retired two years ago as principal of Douglas Grafflin and returned as interim for a total of over 40 years in the district. It was an overwhelming evening of good wishes and congratulations from all the board members, administrators, PTA, family and friends.

1.

Information Business Affairs

1.1

President's Report

1.1.1

Accomplishments

President Visser thanked the administration, superintendent, and district clerk who make the job of board member that much easier. She noted some of the goals reached by the board this past year such as inaugurating the "Pledge of Allegiance" at our public meetings. As a first generation immigrant, it is a small token to acknowledge all the possibilities that this country offers and appreciate the sacrifices my family made. Better communication was achieved through the use of the Chapp App, and a budget was passed with an 84% approval thanks to the community, John Chow, Dr. McKay and the administrators. We negotiated and settled four union contracts with thanks to the administration and union representatives who spent time outside the regular work day in collaboration to ultimately benefit everyone. We negotiated and convinced Dr. McKay to stay with us for another three years. She concluded by thanking her board colleagues for their support and acknowledged her respect for each of their talents and ability to work through differences to do what is best for the children.

1.1.2

Legislative report --Addendum

Victoria Tipp reported on the last meetings of the legislature in Albany. She led a discussion on a tax levy resolution. because over time the changes would be negotiated and would have a negative impact on our budget.

She read the following resolution to send to our legislators.

WHEREAS, the Board of Education of the Chappaqua Central School District is responsive to the needs and economic conditions of our community;

WHEREAS, our school district has presented and passed fiscally responsible school budgets well before the introduction of the New York State tax levy legislation;

WHEREAS, New York State has enacted a tax levy cap legislation that will, over time, negatively impact our ability to provide programs and resources to educate and support students;

WHEREAS, the tax levy cap legislation is being debated on the New York State Senate and Assembly floors along with several other key education initiatives that will significantly impact school districts;

WHEREAS, the process of the debate on these important education initiatives is marked by a lack of transparency and deals being made on these critical issues in "back room," closed door discussions;

WHEREAS, legislation impacting education threatens to be further cloaked in anonymity offered by the umbrella of an omnibus bill covering many unrelated issues to be accepted in a single vote;

WHEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Chappaqua Central School District supports amendments to the Tax Levy Cap legislation to:

  1. allow for a simple majority approval of any override,
  2. set the allowable levy limit at the higher of 2% or the CPI,
  3. account for enrollment growth in the tax levy cap calculation,
  4. include PILOTs in the tax base growth factor, and
  5. count BOCES capital costs in capital exclusions.

AND, WHEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Chappaqua Central School District calls for the wholesale reform of the New York State legislative process, to reflect a transparent and accountable form of government and a legitimate representative democracy.

After further discussion on the points, Victoria Tipp offered the following resolution, "Agreeing in principal authorizing our Board President to sign a resolution that has been will be n drafted, on behalf of the majority of the board that will allow her to incorporate the following points:

  1. allow for a simple majority approval of any override,
  2. set the allowable levy limit at the higher of 2% or the CPI,
  3. account for enrollment growth in the tax levy cap calculation,
  4. include PILOTs in the tax base growth factor, and
  5. count BOCES capital costs in capital exclusions.
  6. and to object to the state government going about its business with a lack of transparency.

Victoria Tipp moved to amend the resolution to include the PILOT s in the tax base gbrowth factor. Alyson Gardner seconded. The Board discussed the need to agree on the contents of the Resolution prior to it being fully written because of the importance of having our voice heard and to avoid passing a resolution that would be moot at the next meeting. This was due to the timing of the Legislature passing a Tax Cap law making permanent certain provisions that would be unduly burdensome to school districts, especially in light of the CPI being at a negative number which would have a detrimental effect on school budgets. The motion passed unanimously carried 4-1. Jeffrey Mester objected to both passing a resolution that had yet to be fully written and to the likely content of that resolution, specifically the suggestion that the legislature change to a simple majority approval of any override.

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1.2

Superintendent's Report

1.2.1

Horace Greeley Exhibit

Lyn McKay reported that the high school now has a permanent display that details the life and times of namesake Horace Greeley thanks to the Horace Greeley Historical Society, Judy McGrath, and the eleventh grade history class.

1.2.2

Chappaqua School Foundation Recognition

Dr. McKay reported on the number of grants that the Foundation has provided to the school district and thanked them for much support provided to the students over the past 21 years.

In addition, Dr. McKay made a statement on behalf of the district:

"I know that there is much discussion and many rumors around the theatre program. I appreciate and share your concerns. First and foremost, our students' well beingwell-being is our primary focus. Privacy is important in situations like this. I want to assure you that we are doing everything allowable. At this time we cannot answer questions, but I will update you as soon as it is appropriate."

2.

Organization

2.1

Alyson Gardner moved to modify Policy 9040 Non-aligned administrators to add the title, Director of K12 Literacy. Victoria seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

2.2

Alyson Gardner moved to rescind Policy 9045 Non-aligned confidential personnel effective July 1, 2015. Jeffrey Mester seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Questions and Comments

We welcome public inquiries, and in respect for each other's time, we ask that you limit your inquiry to three minutes. Board members may be contacted via email or phone.

3.

Approvals

Alyson Gardner moved to approve the minutes of May 6 and 27, 2015. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

3.1

Minutes of May 6, 2015.

3.2

Minutes of May 27, 2015

4.

Recommended Action: Personnel

4.1

Instructional

Dr. McKay made the following recommendations including the ADDENDUM:

Resolution:

"WHEREAS, the Board of Education for reasons of economy and efficiency, has determined that it is appropriate to abolish certain pedagogical positions in the District;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby abolishes the following positions, effective close of business on June 30, 2015."

3.0 FTE Elementary positions,

1.0 FTE English position,

1.0 FTE Reading position, and

.5 FTE Science position.

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, due to increased need in administration, the Board of Education hereby creates a 1.0 FTE Director of K-12 Literacy position. This action results in the creation of a 1.0 FTE Director of K-12 Literacy position, district wide, effective 7/1/15."

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, due to increased need in Special Education, the Board of Education hereby creates a 1.0 FTE Special Education position. This action results in the creation of a 1.0 FTE Special Education position at Roaring Brook Elementary School effective 7/1/15."

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, due to increased need in Social Studies, the Board of Education hereby creates a 1.0 FTE Social Studies position. This action results in the creation of a 1.0 FTE Social Studies position at Horace Greeley High School effective 7/1/15."

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, due to increased need in Mathematics, the Board of Education hereby increases by .6 FTE an existing .4 FTE Mathematics position. This action results in the creation of a 1.0 FTE Mathematics position at Horace Greeley High School effective 7/1/15."

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed as per diem substitute teachers to be employed on an "as needed" basis":

Jane Weiser

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby authorizes the attached Agreements for Services for the individuals and agencies listed below effective for the 2015/2016 school year, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education":

Barbarann Tantillo

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed to be appointed to work in the Chappaqua Summer Extended Year Program from June 29, 2015 through August 11, 2015, or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education."

Felice Gittelman, Substitute Teacher of Special Education,

Patricia Greco, Teacher of Special Education,

Sara Kenney, Teacher of Special Education,

Shannon Bailey, Teacher of Special Education,

Karin Pelletier, (.5) Teacher of Special Education,

Anne DeCora, Teacher of Speech/Language,

Gail Fuld, (.5) Teacher of Speech/Language,

Mary Crewe, Per Diem Occupational Therapist,

Jillian Parke, Per Diem Occupational Therapist,

Laura Cassidy, Per Diem Physical Therapist,

Margaret Callinan, Part Time Nurse,

Linda Degelsmith, Part Time Nurse,

Astrid Jarzembowski, Part Time Nurse,

Pat Pollock, Part Time Nurse,

Lynne Brennan, Teaching Assistant,

Charles Buchanan, Teaching Assistant,

Jayne Carlson, Teaching Assistant,

Alexa D'Auria, Teaching Assistant,

Eileen Farrington, Part Time Teaching Assistant,

Mirjam Lord, Teaching Assistant,

Ann Marie Masciana, Teaching Assistant,

Moira McKenna, Part Time Teaching Assistant,

Kathleen O'Donnell, Teaching Assistant,

Stefanie Principio, Teaching Assistant,

Margaret Reilly, Part Time Teaching Assistant

Anthony Castaneda, Teaching Assistant and

Michael Whiting, Teaching Assistant.

Request for Parental Leave of Absence:

Ms. Naomi Cook, Teacher of Science, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016.

Resignation for Purposes of Retirement:

Ms. Michele Glenn, Assistant Principal, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 19, 2015.

Resignation:

Ms. Mary E. Ford, Teacher of Reading, District wide, effective June 30, 2015.

Appointment: Probationary

Ms. Mary E. Ford, Director of K-12 Literacy, District wide, effective July 1, 2015, in the tenure area of Director of K-12 Literacy, $167,400.

Mr. Kyle Hosier, Assistant Principal, Horace Greeley High School, effective July 1, 2015, in the tenure area of High School Assistant Principal, $154,000.

Ms. Ingrid Tavarez, Teacher of Elementary Education, Westorchard Elementary School, effective August 31, 2015, in the tenure area of Elementary Education, Step 2, C(BA+60) with Masters, $78,925..

Mr. Thomas Witmer, Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015, in the tenure area of Social Studies, Step 7, B(BA+45) with Masters, $91,092.

Mr. James Howard, Teacher of Mathematics, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015, in the tenure area of Mathematics, Step 2, B(BA+30) with Masters, $71,601.

Ms. Tiffany DePeralta, Teacher of English, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 31, 2015, in the tenure area of English, Step 6, B(BA+30) with Masters, $83,830.

Appointment: Regular Substitute

Mr. Michael Diamente, Regular Substitute Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, effective January 28, 2015 through June 30, 2015 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, B(BA+30) with Masters, $67,628, prorated.

Mr. David Weintraub, Regular Substitute Teacher of Health, Seven Bridges Middle School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, B(BA+30) with Masters, $68,537.

Mr. Mark Nowak, Regular Substitute Teacher of Science, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 2, D(BA+90) with Masters, $86,215.

Reappointment: Part Time

Ms. Qian Sun, (.2) Teacher of Foreign Language, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, B(BA+30) with Masters, $14,932.

Ms. Jennifer Hench, (.6) Teacher of Art, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 3, D(BA+90) with Masters, $53,800.

Ms. Katherine Constan, (.6) Teacher of Social Studies, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 4, C(BA+60) with Masters, $51,283.

Mr. Anthony Vaglica, (.4) Teacher of Physical Education, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 1, B(BA+45) with Masters, $28,840.

Ms. Amy Valentin, (.8) Social Worker, Horace Greeley High School, effective August 31, 2015 through June 30, 2016 (or earlier at the discretion of the Board of Education), Step 22(4), C(BA+75) with Masters, $110,533.

Addendum items:

 

4.1

Resolution:

"BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby creates a 1.0 FTE Speech/Drama position. This action results in the creation of a 1.0 FTE Speech/Drama position at Horace Greeley High School effective 8/31/15."

Request for Special Leave of Absence with Pay:

Mr. Christopher Schraufnagel, Teacher of Speech/Drama, Horace Greeley High School, effective June 15, 2015 and to end at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools.

Jeffrey Mester moved to approve the recommendations including the addendum items under 4.1. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

4.2

Non-instructional

Dr. McKay made the following recommendations, including addendum:

Resignation for the Purpose of Retirement:

Barbara Nicoletti - Computer Lab Aide at Seven Bridges Middle School is retiring effective June 30, 2015.

Resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby amends the appointment of David Hayes, Public Relations Assistant, from 0.83 FTE to 1.0 FTE effective July 1, 2015.

BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individuals listed below as per diem custodial substitutes to be employed on an "as needed" basis, effective May 28, 2015. The salary is $14.00 per hour.

Osama Elgouhary
Frank Gavigan
Jose Oliveira

4.2

Non-instructional personnel

Resolution:

BE IT RESOLVED that, the Board of Education hereby appoints the individual listed below as per diem custodial substitute to be employed on an "as needed" basis, effective June 18, 2015. The salary is $14.00 per hour.

Andrew Rosenbaum

Alyson Gardner moved to accept the recommendations including the addendum items under 4.2. Jeffrey Mester seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.

Recommended Action: Other

5.1

Jeffrey Mester moved to approve CSE summaries submitted for approval on June 17, 2015. Karen Visser seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.2

Alyson Gardner moved to approve a gift from Greeley PTA to Horace Greeley High School in the amount of $6,000. $5,000 to be uses for furniture for staff room and $1,000 donation on behalf of Environmental Committee toward purchase of water filtration and filling station for cafeteria. Jeffrey Mester seconded. The motion passed unanimously. The Board thanked the Greeley PTA for their generosity.

5.3

Warren Mester moved to approve an agreement with Student Assistance Services for 2015-2016 school year for a five-day per week Student Assistance/Project SUCCESS Program at Horace Greeley High School in the amount of $68,975. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.4

Employee Benefit Accrued Liability Reserve Fund

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "BE IT RESOLVED to increase the "Sick/Compensated Absences" budget line (A2110-139-36-251) by the amount of $131,518.64, and the "Compensated Absences" budget line (A9089-880-36) by $170,737.50, as an additional budget appropriation to the 2014-15 budget and that such appropriation be funded from the Employee Benefit Accrued Liability Reserve Fund. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.5

Resolution for Establishment of Payment of Bonded Indebtedness Reserve Fund

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "BE IT RESOLVED the board of education authorizes the establishment of the Payment of Bonded Indebtedness Reserve Fund and fund this account with the remaining funds from the escrow account for the Energy Performance Contract.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the district will use these funds to pay the principal and interest payment due on the Energy Performance Contract.

Jeffrey Mester seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.6

Resolution for writing off the uncollectible funds:

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "BE IT RESOLVED, that the board hereby authorizes an increase to the 2014-15 budget in the amount of $6,801.45 for transfer to Special Aid Fund to fund the portion of the summer special education program from summer 2009 that is not aidable." Victoria Tipp seconded. Jeffrey Mester seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.7

Resolution for SG Chappaqua B tax certiorari settlement:

Warren Messner offered the following resolution, "BE IT RESOLVED to increase the Refund on Real Property Taxes (A1964-400-36) budget by the amount of $1,820,981.46, as an additional budget appropriation to the 2014-15 budget and that such appropriation be funded from the Tax Certiorari Reserve Fund. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.8

Alyson Gardner moved to approve an agreement with Sivic Solutions Group, LLC (Medicaid Billing Services) to collect funds per scope of services in contract, effective July 1, 2015 -June 30, 2016, contingency fees are paid according to terms of contract. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.9

Warren Messner moved to approve an Independent Contractor Services Agreement with Maura Marcon as consultant for implementation of continuing education services for school year 2015-16, at $25 per hour, not to exceed $8,000 annually. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.10

Alyson Gardner moved to approve an Independent Contractor Services with Christopher H. Weir, PC as Claims Auditor, for July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016, at $81.50 per hour. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.11

Alyson Gardner moved to approve an Independent Contractor Services with Technical Directions, LLC to engage the services for technical operations of the Performing Art Center (PAC) at Seven Bridges Middle School, for July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016, at $55.00 per hour with a four-hour minimum per event, not to exceed $20,000 annually. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.12

Victoria Tipp moved to approve an agreement with HPN Technologies to perform basic web site maintenance, per contract, with estimated total cost of $6,900 based on previous year. 0% increase. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.13

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education hereby appoints Lyn McKay as Superintendent of Schools of the Chapppaqua Central School District for the period of time commencing July 1, 2015 and terminating on June 30, 2018; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes its President to execute an Agreement with Dr. McKay which sets forth the terms and conditions of her employment as Superintendent of Schools from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018, a copy of which Agreement shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that, effective July 1, 2015, the Superintendent's Contract dated March 29, 2011 and the Amendments thereto are hereby declared null and void and of no further effect." Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.14

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes its President to execute Terms and Conditions Agreements with Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Business, Liisa Elsner; Assistant Business Manager/Treasurer, Blanche Blair; Assistant to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Jennifer Michel; Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Paola Ciotti; Public Relations Assistant David Hayes; for the period commencing June 18, 2015. A copy of said agreements shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes its President to execute Terms and Conditions Agreements with Secretary to the Superintendent Therese Dell'olio for the period commencing July 1, 2015. A copy of said agreement shall be incorporated by reference within the minutes of this meeting.

Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Alyson Gardner moved that each of these items 5.15, 5.16, 5.17, and 5.18 be approved and authorized as set forth. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.15

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes its President to execute an Agreement for Services with Independent Contractor Theresa Markley, as presented to the Board at this meeting a total of 5 days during the 2015-16 school year to provide training for district clerk and secretary to the superintendent.

5.16

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Education, hereby authorizes the 2015-16 school year salaries of the confidential employees based on the recommendations from the Superintendent in a memorandum to the Board of Education dated June 11, 2015. Said memorandum is incorporated by reference in the minutes of this meeting.

5.17

BE IT RESOLVED, that, the Board of Education, in accordance with Board Policy 9040, hereby authorizes the 2015-2016 school year salaries of the nonaligned administrators of the School District who are not represented in collective bargaining units, as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools in a memorandum to the Board of Education dated June 12, 2015. Said memorandum is incorporated by reference in the minutes of this meeting.

5.18

BE IT RESOLVED, that, effective July 1, 2015, the Board of Education hereby authorizes the 2015-2016 school year salary for the Director of Continuing Education as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools in a memorandum to the Board of Education dated June 12, 2015. Said memorandum is incorporated by reference in the minutes of this meeting.

5.19

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "WHEREAS, the District owns the attached list of items which are no longer useful or necessary for school district purposes and of no value to the School District;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board hereby declares such items to be surplus property and of no value to the School District and authorizes the disposal of such equipment in a prudent manner in accordance with law. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Alyson Gardner moved to approve bids, items 5.20, 5.21, and 5.23. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.20

Bid #941 - HVAC Services - Preventative Maintenance - Atlantic Westchester - lump sum $52,450 plus hourly rates as indicated in agreement.

5.21

Bid #942 - Masonry, Site Work & Asphalt Services - Lechtonen Contracting Corp. - hourly rates per agreement.

5.22

Bid #943 - Summer Transportation Services - Chappaqua Transportation, Inc. $9,235.61.

5.23

Jeffrey Mester moved to approve Budget Transfers to A1981 491 36 in the amount of $358,797.00 to cover PWNBOCES Capital Project, Payment 2 of 3. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.24

Alyson Gardner moved to approve an Agreement with Devereux Millwood Learning Center (aka July 1 as Devereux NY Cares Center for Autism Research and Educational Services) for Educational Services from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 at the approved NY State Department of Education rate. (NY State rate for 14-15 school year - $62,162 + related services $39,081 = $101,243). Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Victoria Tipp moved to approve items 5.25 and 5.26. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.25

Approve renewal agreement of Lightower Network for 60 month term at an annual cost of $101,400, with annual reduction of $8400 from current contract and increase in bandwidth. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.26

Approve new three-year hardware lease with Lenova for 445 laptops at a rate of $120,860 per year.

Warren Messner moved to approve items 5.27 and 5.28. Alyson Gardner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.27

Addendum to Standard Form of Agreement reviewed by attorney, with DeRosa Sports Construction for tennis court resurfacing, architect KG&D, stipulated sum $101,000 subject to additions and limitations.

5.28

Addendum to Standard Form of Agreement reviewed by attorney, with NUA Construction for HGHS roof replacement Phase 3, architect KG&D, stipulated sum $368,942 subject to additions and limitations.

Addendum:

5.29

Alyson Gardner moved to approve Chappaqua School Foundation grants for Grafflin -Furniture with movement in mind -$2,081; Horace Greeley HS - poster cutter for science research - $1,077; Bell and Seven Bridges MS - Playtime - $1,500. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously. The Board thanked CSF for their continued generosity.

5.30

Alyson Gardner offered the following resolution, "BE it resolved that the Board of Education hereby approves a retainer agreement with Shaw Perelson May and Lambert, LLP, effective June 17, 2015 for 2015-2016. A copy of said agreement shall be incorporated by reference in the minutes. Victoria Tipp seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

5.31

Warren Messner offered the following resolution, "Be it resolved that the Board of Education authorizes its President to enter into an agreement with East of Hudson Watershed Corporation pending mutual agreement on section 6. Victoria Tipp seconded. Discussion followed regarding safety and security issues and the maintenance costs. The motion to enter into the agreement was not approved by a 4 negative, and 1 yes vote by Mr. Mester. It was agreed by the vendor that a rendering of exactly what will be done will be submitted in time for approval at July 8 meeting. If it is not approved then, the project will not go forward because of the timeframe to have it completed prior to school opening.

5.32

Alyson Gardner moved to approve an agreement with NPORT nursing services of one LPN, for one student effective July 1, 2015- August 31, 2015, at a cost of $42 per hour. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

6.

Facilities

7.

Financials

Alyson Gardner moved to accept items 7.1 - 7.4, financial reports, Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

7.1

Revenue report - May 31, 2015

7.2

Expenditures report - May 31, 2015

7.3

Claims Auditor report - May 31, 2015

7.4

Treasurer's report - May 31, 2015

8.

Communications

9.

President Visser gave Notice of Future Meetings -

Tuesday, July 7, 2015, at Edith Macy Center, at 7:45 a.m. Board/ Administrative Retreat

Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at Horace Greeley High School, 7:30 p.m.

Presentation

Reorganization Meeting

10.

Adjournment

At 10:40 p.m. Karen Visser moved to adjourn the meeting. Warren Messner seconded. The motion passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Theresa Markley, District Clerk / Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent

Karen Visser, Board President

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Retirees 2015

Horace Greeley

Beth Aviv - English - 6/30/15

Elise Chadwick - English - 6/30/15

Sally Cochran - Library - 6/30/15

Gerard Furey - English - 6/30/15

Louise Hazebrouck - English - 6/30/15

H. Davis Knobloch - Music - 6/26/15

Juan Lesende - Maintenance Laborer - 12/30/14

Christine Louth - English (Staff Developer) - 6/30/15

Vita Materasso - Foreign Language - 6/30/15

Jane Perito - Senior Office Assistant - 6/29/15

Lisbeth Rath - Social Studies - 6/30/15

Charles Sehulster - Science - 6/30/15

Susan Pojer- 6/30/15

Michele Glenn - 8/19/15

Robert E. Bell

Colleen Harris - English - 12/19/14

Seven Bridges

Anthony Castagna - Head Custodian - 1/2/15

Christine DiDomenico - Physical Education - 6/30/15

Barbara Nicoletti - Computer Lab Aide - 6/30/2015

Robert E. Bell / Seven Bridges

Genevieve Hanlon - Elementary (Staff Developer) - 12/19/14

Douglas Grafflin

Brian Hiller - Music - 8/12/15

Eileen Kelly - Elementary - 6/30/15

Jean Porcaro - Library Assistant - 6/30/15

Jane Weiser - Elementary - 6/30/15

Barbara Widder - Elementary - 6/30/15

Roaring Brook

Odette Potter - Elementary - 6/30/15

Ann Winters - Elementary - 6/30/15

Joanne Wynne - Elementary - 6/30/15

Roaring Brook / Douglas Grafflin

Winifred Burckhard - Computer Aide - 4/16/15

Westorchard

Miriam Fernandez - Elementary - 6/30/15

Janet Madalon - Elementary - 6/30/15

Education Center

Theresa Markley - Secretary to the Superintendent/District Clerk - 6/30/15

jm 5-14-15 rev 6/15/2015

Respectfully submitted,

Therese Dell'olio, District Clerk / Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

Warren Messner, Board President

Rev. 09/1510/21/15/16
/tkd